Contemporary Christian-Muslim Dialogue

<p>This book introduces and examines the work of two significant 21st century Christian – Muslim dialogue initiatives – "Building Bridges" and the "Christian–Muslim Theological Forum" – and gives close attention to five theological themes that have been addressed in common by them.</p><p>An overview and analysis, including inception, development, outputs and significance, together with discussion of the select themes – community, scripture, prophecy, prayer and ethics – allows for an in-depth examination of significant contemporary Muslim and Christian scholarship on issues important to both faith communities. The result is a challenging encounter to, arguably, a widespread default presumption of irredeemable mutual hostility and inevitable mutual rejection with instances of violent extremism as a consequence. </p><p>Demonstrating the reality that deep interreligious engagement is possible between the two faiths today, this book should appeal to a wide readership, including upper undergraduate and graduate teaching as well as professionals and practitioners in the field of Christian-Muslim relations.</p> <p>Preface; Acknowledgements; 1 Introduction: Christian–Muslim Dialogue; 2 Two 21st Century Dialogue Initiatives; 3 The Building Bridges Seminar; 4 The Christian–Muslim Theological Forum; 5 Community: The People of God; 6 Scripture: Word and Witness of God; 7 Prophecy: Proclaiming the Word of God; 8 Prayer: Communing with God; 9 Ethics: Responsibility and Justice; 10 Conclusion: Signs and Significance</p>